The remains of one person have been located in Friday’s early morning residential fire. On August 23, 2024, around 5:15 a.m., officers from the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and members of the Bonnechere Valley Fire Department responded to a fully engulfed residential fire on John Street …
Police release photo of suspect (Above) The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in the robbery that occurred in the City of Pembroke. On August 8, 2024, at approximately 3:40 a.m., police responded to a …
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been confirmed in the Town of Arnprior. Every year, the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) monitors West Nile virus activity through 14 mosquito traps across Renfrew County and District. Mosquitoes from the traps are collected weekly and tested for West Nile virus …
More than 2X speed limit results in charge The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists that aggressive driving is dangerous and is a leading factor in fatal motor vehicle collisions on OPP patrolled roads. On August 4, 2024, just before 9:30 a.m., members of the …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to offer support to the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, which declared a State of Emergency December 1, 2023, in response to opioid related harms affecting the community and its members. On August 2, 2024, around 3:00 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is hosting a recruitment event to support candidates on their journey to becoming police officers. OPP Bound, Bilingual Edition is being held on August 22, 2024, at Collège La Cité in Ottawa. Interactive OPP Bound events are hosted periodically and throughout the province to support …
BRANT, Joseph Clayton (1938 – 2024) Joseph passed away in his sleep on July 9 2024 at home in Barry’s Bay with his son, Jake, by his side. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, his sister, Denise, and his brother, Ron. Joseph was a hard worker, and a loving …
Joseph Brant (July 9 2024) BRANT, Joseph Clayton (1938 – 2024) Joseph passed away in his sleep on July 9 2024 at home in Barry’s Bay with his son, Jake, by his side. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, his sister, Denise, and his brother, Ron. Joseph was a …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Last year, Gerard O’Malley attended the memorial butterfly release in Barry’s Bay. He was handed a single painted butterfly and watched as it bathed its delicate wings in the warm sunlight. A few moments later, it took flight, leaving Gerard following it with …
Motorcyclist injured in Algonquin Highlands crash The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision in Algonquin Highlands Township, which resulted in a motorcyclist sustaining life-threatening injuries. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 9:13 p.m., the Haliburton Highlands OPP, EMS, and Algonquin Highlands Fire responded …
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Renfrew County and District. Daytime maximum temperatures are expected to be near 29 degrees Celsius with humidex values near 40. There will be little relief at night as minimum temperatures are expected to be near 20 degrees Celsius. It is important to …
It is almost legend – the BeaverTails® pastry business, which has gone global as a Canadian symbol, was launched in the Killaloe area in the 1970s. Now, in celebration of its roots, the company is sponsoring a charity rally for cyclists and walkers on July 28 organized by the Killaloe …
OPP investigate mischief in South Algonquin Township Killaloe OPP is currently investigating damaged and destroyed township property. On July 4, 2024, shortly after 8:30 a.m., police responded to a mischief in the area of 60 Highway and Madawaska Street in the Township of South Algonquin. Flower baskets located along the …
Submitted by St.Francis Memorial Hospital St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) is extremely pleased to share that it has received approval of its Emergency Department (ED) Redevelopment Project Stage 2.3 submission, from the Ministry of Health. The approval means the construction drawings have been approved and the project will be moving …
OPINION On Wednesday June 5 I had the pleasure of speaking on euthanasia (MAiD) in Canada at the legion in Barry’s Bay Ontario. In good driving conditions Barry’s Bay is about six hours from my home. The purpose of this article is to respond to the letter from Dr. Katie …
